Portugal
Explore investment-based residence through Portugal’s ARI framework. Residence and citizenship are separate processes.
ARI investment residenceRoute-dependentSelect a qualifying investment category · additional fees apply
RESIDENCY BY INVESTMENT
A new place.
A considered beginning.
Explore permission to live in a new country through a qualifying investment. Start by understanding how residence fits your plans.
YOUR OPTIONS, AT A GLANCE
Explore residency pathways.
7 destinations to explore
Malta
Explore the Malta Permanent Residence Programme, with property, financial and due-diligence requirements.
Malta Permanent Residence ProgrammeProperty + feesRent EUR 14,000/year or purchase EUR 375,000 · additional fees apply
Latvia
Explore temporary residence through qualifying company investment, with ongoing business and permit conditions.
Qualifying small-company investmentEUR 50,000Share capital, plus EUR 10,000 State payment · additional fees apply
Cyprus
Explore investment-based immigration permission under Regulation 6(2), including financial and continuing compliance conditions.
Regulation 6(2) investor residenceEUR 300,000Qualifying investment; income requirement is separate · additional fees apply
Greece
Explore the property-based Golden Visa with investment thresholds that depend on location and property category.
Golden Visa property residenceEUR 400,000 / 800,000Standard property thresholds, depending on location · additional fees apply
Hungary
Explore the Guest Investor residence permit through qualifying fund investment or an eligible donation.
Eligible real-estate fund sharesEUR 250,000Selected Guest Investor investment route · additional fees apply
United Arab Emirates
Explore Golden Residency for qualifying investors, with conditions specific to the investment and issuing authority.
Qualifying investor Golden ResidencyAED 2 millionSelected public-investment or property categories · additional fees apply
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Amounts refer to the named investment route, not the total application cost. Additional fees apply. Family composition and eligibility affect your options. Open a programme for the official source and conditions.
Programme availability, eligibility and investment conditions can change. Each overview links to the relevant official authority; it is not an offer or an approval assessment.
Look beyond the destination.
A good decision considers everyday life
as well as long-term possibilities.
Family priorities
Consider dependant eligibility, education plans and where your family wants to spend time.
Investment fit
Understand the full cost, holding conditions and any risks before committing funds.
Ongoing obligations
Review residence, renewal, documentation and tax questions with qualified specialists.
WHAT MATTERS TO YOU
More than a change of address.
Explore the potential advantages.
Check how each applies to your circumstances.
A place to live
Start with the lifestyle, location and everyday environment you want to build around.
Your family’s routine
Research schooling, healthcare and dependant residence rights for the exact permit.
A sustainable commitment
Balance the investment with living costs, renewal requirements and time spent in the country.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Build a strong
starting point.
Eligibility is individual. Start by understanding the checks rather than assuming the investment is the only requirement.
See the application journey- Confirm nationality and applicant eligibility.
- Establish a lawful, documented source of funds.
- Review background and due-diligence requirements.
- Check family inclusion and supporting evidence.
- Understand the qualifying investment and additional costs.
- Identify residence, renewal or holding obligations.
A LITTLE MORE CLARITY
Good questions.
Clear answers.
The essentials, before you take the next step.
Have another question?What is citizenship by investment?
It is a regulated pathway through which eligible applicants may obtain citizenship after meeting a country’s investment, documentation and due-diligence requirements. An investment alone does not guarantee approval.
How is residency different from citizenship?
Residency gives you permission to live in a country under specified conditions. Citizenship is a separate legal status. A residence permit does not automatically provide a passport or eventual citizenship.
Where should I start?
Start with your reasons for exploring a second country: family plans, business, relocation or travel. Then compare the investment, documentation and ongoing obligations of the routes you are considering.
Can my family be included?
Some routes allow eligible family members to apply together. The definition of a dependant, age limits, required evidence and additional fees vary by programme. Your family’s circumstances need an individual review.
What should I include in my budget?
Look beyond the qualifying investment. Government charges, due diligence, professional fees, translations and additional family members can affect the total. Request a current, itemised estimate before committing.
Is approval or a processing date guaranteed?
No. Decisions rest with the relevant government authority. Processing depends on the programme, the application and any additional checks. Published estimates should never be treated as a guarantee.
YOUR NEXT CHAPTER
Big possibilities.
One thoughtful first step.
Turn your goals into a clearer plan.
Start with what matters most to you.
MAKE THE NEXT STEP CLEARER
A little preparation.
A better conversation.
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